How to Get Started

Contribute to a healthy environment and a bright future for all Californians by producing clean energy for your business.

Are Renewables Right for Your Business?

PG&E has put together all of the resources you will need to determine whether renewables are right for your business. Explore the links below to learn about the state and federal incentives for renewable energy, how to prepare your business and how to choose the right contractor.

Start by understanding the financial considerations and benefits of investing in renewable energy, explore leasing versus purchasing options, and learn how the size of the system needed for your home affects costs.

PG&E may offer incentives to reward your investment in renewable energy. See if you may be eligible.

Renewable Energy Options for Your Commercial Property

Using renewable energy to power your business is a matter of choosing the right technology to meet your energy needs. Tens of thousands of Californians have already taken advantage of our state’s abundant sun, wind and other natural resources to do just that.

Are renewables right for your business? PG&E is here to assist you in selecting the best technology for your business based on your expected energy use, the weather conditions in your area and the age and location of your property.

Renewables at a Glance

SOLAR

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SOLAR PANELS

Solar panels work well on properties with plenty of rooftop space exposed to the sun with minimal shading for at least six hours a day, ideally from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Solar panels can last more than 25 years. Make sure your roof is no more than seven years old to avoid reinstalling panels a second time.

OTHER RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS

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WIND TURBINE

Wind turbines are best suited for windy areas of California that are able to accommodate a wind turbine.